Detox is a word in health and beauty circles that revolves around maintaining and attaining ones’ health. It is also one of the fastest routes to losing weight. Remember though that the best approach to curbing and eradicating the toxins from our body is to use small, daily doses of detox intake. There are numerous fruits and veggies you can choose from that are not only tasty and nutritious but also promote toxin release. There is no better way to rid our body of accumulated chemicals and toxins from the food we intake and everything we come in contact with…
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Winter Citrus Salad Recipe
Recipe Type: Snacks and SidesContinue ReadingSalad has evolved and come a long way. In regards to salad preparation you are longer bound to just green leafy vegetables. You now have the option to use different delectable, sweet and tangy fruits that taste like heaven to the palate. This medley of seasonal citrus combined with walnuts and dressed with honey will surely brighten your day with a healthy combination of citrus and walnuts. The winter citrus salad is a delightful dish that is perfect for winter brunch. To create this tasty citrus salad you need less than 30 minutes as it is easy to prepare at…
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Continue ReadingWhat is Bundt Cake? The Bundt cake originated from Europe, a German to be exact. It is a Brioche-like cake called Gugelhupf that is a favorite among Jews living in Germany, Poland and Austria. The cake itself does not follow a single recipe; rather it is specifically the design element of the pan used to bake the cake. The aluminum Bundt pan designed by David Dalquist, founder of Nordic Ware. It was created to have alternating, regular ridges at the base, fluted or grooved sides with a central tube that leaves a cylindrical hole at the center of the cake.…
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Continue ReadingWhat are smoothies? Smoothies are a popular health drink that have evolved and have come a long way over the years. The international smoothie industry is a multi-billion dollar income generator, with the US market garnering sales of more than $2 billion a year. This thirst-quenching blended drink did not originate from the United States. Mediterranean and Eastern countries have long been enjoying pureed fruits drinks. Even South and Latin America have this kind of drink as part of their diet before we even knew it existed. Making smoothies only became popular in the US when blender was invented by…
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Continue ReadingPrep: 10 minutes Chill time: 6 hours to overnight Yield: 2 servings 3/4 cup light coconut milk 1/4 cup unsweetened almond milk or skim milk 1 tablespoon honey 12/3 cups fresh ripe mango, diced and divided 2 tablespoons chia seeds 1 tablespoon shredded coconut 1. In a large bowl combine milk, honey, 1 cup mango, chia seeds and coconut, mixing gently. Cover and refrigerate 6 hours or overnight. 2. Remove from the refrigerator. Divide into 2 servings bowls and top with remaining diced mango. Serve immediately.
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Continue Reading3/4 cups all-purpose flour 1/2 cup sugar 1 tablespoon freshly grated orange zest 2 eggs 1/2 cup milk, divided 2 tablespoons melted butter, divided 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Sauce: 1/3 cup freshly squeezed orange juice 2 tablespoons granulated sugar 1 teaspoon freshly grated orange zest 2 tablespoons orange liqueur, optional 2 oranges, peeled and sectioned For the crepes: 1. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, orange zest, eggs, 1/4 cup milk, 1 tablespoon butter and vanilla until blended. 2. Heat an 8-inch nonstick crepe pan or skillet over medium heat. Pour 3 tablespoons batter into pan; quickly…
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Continue ReadingPrep: 15 minutes Cook: 35 minutes Chill time: 30 minutes Yield: 4 servings 1 cup freshly squeezed orange juice 1/2 cup honey 2 tablespoons olive oil 3 cloves garlic, minced 1 tablespoon orange zest 11/2 teaspoons kosher salt 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground pepper 2 pounds chicken drumsticks (about 8) 4 mini sweet red bell peppers (2 seeded and thinly sliced and 2 whole) 4 mini sweet yellow bell pepper (2 seeded and thinly sliced and 2 whole) 1 large carrot, thinly sliced 1 large zucchini, thinly sliced 1 large squash, thinly sliced 1 orange, thinly sliced 1. Preheat oven to…
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Continue ReadingPrep: 20 minutes Yield: 4 servings 2 blood oranges or tangerines, peeled and thinly sliced 1 pink grapefruit, peeled and thinly sliced 1 navel orange, peeled and thinly sliced 2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh mint 1/2 cup pomegranate fresh arils 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice 11/2 teaspoons honey (optional) 1. On a large platter combine blood oranges, grapefruit and oranges. Sprinkle with mint and pomegranate arils. 2. Drizzle olive oil and lime juice over salad. Add honey, if desired and serve.